Enriched Molybdenum

Enrichment of molybdenum in one of its seven natural isotopes and delivery in the chemical form required by the client

• The Challenge

  Molybdenum isotopes have many medical uses. For instance, ⁹⁸Mo and ¹⁰⁰Mo are used for new uranium-free production methods of ^99mTc, radioisotope used in most of nuclear imaging procedures. These applications require a high enrichment level, a very high chemical purity nd a secure and stable supply chain.

• The Solution

  With its gas centrifugation isotope separation process, using state-of-the-art centrifuges developed by ETC (a joint-venture between Urenco and Orano), Orano Stable Isotopes is able to enrich molybdenum up to 98%, for each one of its 7 natural isotopes (92, 94, 95, 96, 97, 98, 100). Orano offers a reliable, proven and efficient solution for molybdenum enrichment.

  This solution is completed with deconversion services in the chemical form required.

  

  • Very high chemical and isotopic purity

  • Proven technology

  • Reliable and thorough European supply chain and production

• Key Features

  • Enrichment up to 98% by gas centrifugation of MoF6 at the Tricastin site in one of the seven natural molybdenum isotopes

  • Delivery in various chemical form: metal powder (Mo), gaseous (MoF6), oxide (MoO3)

  

  Exploded view of the Stable Isotopes Laboratory

• Links

  Visit Orano Stable Isotopes website !